obituaries

Mar 11, 2025

Sonja Dawn Caton, 48, passed away on March 11, 2025. She was born on June 8, 1976 in Terre Haute. Sonja was a devoted caregiver to her late son Dillon.  She was also an avid animal lover and rescuer.

She is survived by her daughter Tiffani Caton, mother Victoria Flick, father Pete Flick, father Daniel...

Mar 10, 2025

Ashley Danielle Kraft, 30, passed away on March 10, 2025, in Terre Haute, Indiana. She was born on November 23, 1994 in Indianapolis, IN. She grew up and spent most of her life in Jasper, IN.

Ashley had a deep and inquisitive mind, always engaging in thoughtful discussions as well as exploring new ideas and...

Mar 9, 2025

Suzann Peebles, 71, passed away on March 9, 2025. She was born on January 18, 1954, in Terre Haute to Floyd Upton and Mary Jane Pence. In her earlier years, she enjoyed horseback riding. She also loved to play piano and work in her flower garden, and she was a devoted Christian.

Suzann is survived...

Mar 8, 2025

James Leroy Hogue February 2, 1939 to March 4, 2025 and Shelby Jean "Bland" Hogue February 24, 1940 to March 2, 2025 were united together in eternal peace after 66 years of marriage. The couple was wed on November 21, 1958.  They were lifelong residents of West Terre Haute. Jim and Jean are leaving behind their children,...

Mar 6, 2025

Richard A. Carney, 71, of Cloverdale passed away Thursday March 6, 2025 in his residence. He was a retired truck driver and also from the Boone County Highway Department. He was born August 15, 1953 in Frankfort, Indiana to Lowell A. and Lucille (Latham) Carney. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lou Ann...

Mar 5, 2025

Melissa "Missy" Dawn Kernstein, 57, passed away March 5, 2025.  She was born on February 21, 1968 to Bobby "Bob" Kernstein and Marilyn "Susie" Kernstein (Keltz).  She was preceded in death by both parents.  She is survived by her Daughter, Kelsey Fischer (Aaron Kamm) of Montrose, IL, her Son, Josh Fischer (Sara Whitaker, Haisley & Blakely Fischer)...

Mar 4, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Van Vactor, 78, Flickered Out after a Bright Life

On March 4, 2025, Charlie, a retired electrician and maintenance technician, finally ran out of juice at the ripe age of 78. Known for keeping the lights on—both literally and figuratively—Charlie left this world after a life full of sparks, stories, and just the...

Mar 2, 2025

Sean M. Sterling, 58, of Terre Haute passed away Sunday March 2, 2025 in Union Hospital. He was born September 30, 1966 in Concordia, Kansas to Harold and Phyllis (Chaplin) Sterling. Sean is survived by his daughter, Emily Sanders (Devon); sisters, Shannon Sterling, Michelle Hinton, and Julie Sterling; brother, William Sterling; granddaughter, Izabelle and grandson, River. Sean...

Mar 2, 2025

Tommy Glenn Johnson, 79, passed away on March 2, 2025. He was born on August 20, 1945 in Indio, CA to Glenn Johnson and Billie (Anderson) Turner. Tommy married Sandy Johnson on June 21, 1975. Tommy enjoyed playing the train station game on his computer, along with camping and fishing in his younger years.

He...

Feb 28, 2025

James Waggoner III, 75, of Terre Haute passed away February 28, 2025. James was born on September 7, 1949, to James and Mary Waggoner in Novato, CA. He worked in factories, landscaping, Inland Aquatics, and lots of religious volunteer work. James was a compassionate man and worried about others, loved traveling on volunteer trips to preach or...

Feb 28, 2025

Diane Ruth Purcell 78 of Terre Haute, passed away peacefully on Friday Feb 28th 2025. She was born Diane Ruth Jenkins on Oct 17th 1946 at Presbyterian Hospital in Denver, Colorado to Helen Marie White and Walter Jerry Jenkins Sr.

She was preceded in death by her husband Larry Purcell, her son Jamie Trout, step-daughter...

Feb 24, 2025

Codi Davis, 36, of Terre Haute, IN, was called to be with her Lord on February 24, 2025. A lifelong caretaker, Codi took care of everyone around her. Her passion was taking care of children. She enjoyed the spark of understanding and realization as a child learned a new skill or concept. For some time, Codi even...

Feb 24, 2025

Stephanie N. Ely, 31, of Effingham, Illinois passed away Monday February 24, 2025 in Regional Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. She was born September 23, 1993 in Olney, Illinois to Jon Ely and Julie (Bowman) Ely. She is survived by daughter, Dalilah Ann Marie Ely at home in Effingham, IL; mother, Julie (Tom) Tarrant of Effingham, IL;...

Feb 22, 2025

Carmen Risley, 85, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Terre Haute, Indiana. Born on March 10, 1939, in Phoenix, Arizona Carmen was known for her vibrant, loving, and energetic personality. She was a beacon of joy to all who knew her, characterized by her loud and outspoken nature. Carmen had a profound love for her dogs,...

Feb 21, 2025

Melvin R. Pierce, 73, passed away on February 21, 2025. He was born on February 20, 1952 in Clay Co., IN to Melvin F. Pierce and Janet R. (Reeves) Pierce. Melvin graduated from Van Buren High School (Brazil, IN) in 1970 and later served in the United States Army. He was a big NASCAR and racing fan...

Feb 20, 2025

Lucas Scott Barnes, aged 41, passed away suddenly on February 20, 2025. He was a loving father, husband and son. He is survived by his son Lucas Scott Barnes Jr, his wife April Barnes, his parents Jeff and Judi Barnes, sister Katie Elson (Barnes) and his brother from another mother Donald Oakes ll. He is loved and...

Feb 19, 2025

Dustin Todd Mills, 37, passed away February 19, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1987, in Terre Haute to Rusty Mills and Jeanne (Johnston) Ellis. Dustin was a true outdoorsman and loved to watch, and occasionally race, in diesel truck, car, and four-wheeler races. He also loved his dogs and most of the time had one...

Feb 18, 2025

William Franklin Oricks, Jr., 87, of Terre Haute, formerly of West Terre Haute and Farmersburg, went to be with the Lord during the early morning hours of Tuesday, February 18, 2025.  William was born in Terre Haute on May 26, 1937.  He was the son of William Oricks, Sr. and Rose Ann Foley.  He was a retired...

Feb 18, 2025

David Russell Skelly, 56, of Terre Haute passed away on February 18, 2025.  He was born May 5, 1968, in Terre Haute to David Skelly and Ivarose Gray Skelly.  David was a Union Auto Worker.  He was a fun-loving guy and enjoyed a good prank.  David was an avid sci-fi fan and loved Star Trek.  He enjoyed...

Feb 17, 2025

Bonnie R. Washington, 67, of Terre Haute went to be with the Lord on Monday, February17, 2025.  She was born on June 7, 1957, in Terre Haute to Clarence Washington and Mamie Matchem Washington.  Bonnie worked as a CNA for many years.  She loved taking care of people and was very hard-working. After retiring she kept working...